Hello everyone,
I am new to biking and this is my first time posting in the forum. The sport of road biking has peaked my interest and I hope to at some point in the next few months work my way up to biking about 60 miles a week maybe more. First I have to buy a bike.
In the last week or so I have visited a few bike shops and looked at different brands and models. I was told by one attendent that I should look for a bike that has all 105 level components. Is this necessary for my needs? I do not plan on racing at this point and am looking for primarily a durable bike that will last me through my beginner phase and a while longer. I don't really want to dump more than a thousand dollars into the start up and that includes bike and equipment. All the bikes that I have looked at around here with 105 level components will push me beyond that price range.
How do the Shimano tiagra components compare to 105 level components in use and durability? Lastly, do you all think the Trek 1200 would fit my bill as far as general use and pricing goes. I have found it for sale around here for between 700 and 800 dollars which would allow me also to purchase other equipment and stay right around my goal. Thanks for all your help.
I am new to biking and this is my first time posting in the forum. The sport of road biking has peaked my interest and I hope to at some point in the next few months work my way up to biking about 60 miles a week maybe more. First I have to buy a bike.
In the last week or so I have visited a few bike shops and looked at different brands and models. I was told by one attendent that I should look for a bike that has all 105 level components. Is this necessary for my needs? I do not plan on racing at this point and am looking for primarily a durable bike that will last me through my beginner phase and a while longer. I don't really want to dump more than a thousand dollars into the start up and that includes bike and equipment. All the bikes that I have looked at around here with 105 level components will push me beyond that price range.
How do the Shimano tiagra components compare to 105 level components in use and durability? Lastly, do you all think the Trek 1200 would fit my bill as far as general use and pricing goes. I have found it for sale around here for between 700 and 800 dollars which would allow me also to purchase other equipment and stay right around my goal. Thanks for all your help.